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$257,390$219 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $190,000 on Jun 5, 2025

171 E RUEHL ST

FORSYTH, IL 62535
1.5
Baths
1,176 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$257K
$229K low$286K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$190,000 · Jun 5, 2025
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$105,390
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$84,312
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.57%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$152,000
HEARTLAND BANK & TRUST CO · 7.43% 2 · recorded Jun 5, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,781 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$69,280 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,952
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$60,328
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$64,705
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$207,861

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMACON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 176 ft²

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Maroa-Forsyth Grade SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Maroa-Forsyth Senior High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.2 mi
M
Maroa-Forsyth Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.2 mi

District: Maroa-Forsyth Community Unit School District 2

Neighborhood · ZIP 62535These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.17
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.507
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.164 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$122,641
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$168,049
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

171 E Ruehl St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 86% of homes in Macon County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Macon County
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Forsyth 62535
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Forsyth 62535
  • Among the oldest homes in Forsyth 62535

What homes are worth in Forsyth 62535

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$104K$536K

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in Forsyth 62535.

How it measures up in Forsyth 62535

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forsyth 62535.

Estimated value$257,390
CheaperTypical $271,107Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$219
CheaperTypical $153Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,176 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,670 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size1.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 171 E Ruehl St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForsyth 62535Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$257,39046% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21980% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than1,176 ft²13% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.16 ac96% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than1910almost no homes10% of homes

About 171 E Ruehl St

How much is 171 E Ruehl St, Forsyth, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 171 E Ruehl St, Forsyth, IL is $257,390 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $229,117 to $285,663. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 171 E Ruehl St, Forsyth, IL last sell?

171 E Ruehl St, Forsyth, IL last sold on Jun 5, 2025 for $190,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 171 E Ruehl St, Forsyth, IL?

171 E Ruehl St, Forsyth, IL has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,176 square feet of living space and a 1.16-acre lot.

When was 171 E Ruehl St, Forsyth, IL built?

171 E Ruehl St, Forsyth, IL was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 171 E Ruehl St, Forsyth, IL?

171 E Ruehl St, Forsyth, IL is assigned to Maroa-Forsyth Grade School (elementary), rated B+; Maroa-Forsyth Senior High School (high), rated C+; Maroa-Forsyth Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Maroa-Forsyth Community Unit School District 2. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 171 E Ruehl St, Forsyth, IL compare to other homes in Forsyth 62535?

Among the 1,361 homes in Forsyth 62535, it is worth more than 46% of them ($257,390 against a typical $271,107), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($219 against a typical $153), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,176 ft² against a typical 1,670 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (1.16 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1910 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 86% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 171 E Ruehl St, Forsyth, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 171 E Ruehl St, Forsyth, IL was $4,781. The county assessed it at $69,280.

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